I Love My Daddy Because...
#2 in I Love My Parent Because... Series
What’s inside...
The perfect board book for babies and toddlers to read with Dad! The book starts with a heartwarming scene between a human parent and child, and then explores the loving care provided by animal fathers, featuring a gray wolf cub, a young penguin, and more. Children will enjoy seeing how baby animals spend time with their dads, making it a great gift for Father's Day or any occasion to celebrate the bond between fathers and their children.
Discussion points
What are some ways the animals in the book show love to their daddies?
How do you show love to our family members, like the animals do?
Which animal daddy and child relationship did you like the most and why?
Can you think of a special time when you and your daddy did something fun together, just like in the book?
How do you think the animal babies feel when they're with their daddies?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start the conversation by pointing to the pictures in the book and asking your child to describe what they see. Share your own feelings and stories about your relationship with them, mirroring the loving relationships shown in the book. Encourage them to think about the similar ways they interact with their own daddy. Praise their responses to make them feel confident in expressing their thoughts and feelings. Finally, extend the discussion beyond the book by planning a special father-child activity inspired by one of the stories.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of appreciation
Explanation: The book showcases different ways that animal fathers care for their young, mirroring how a child's father might support and nurture them.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to notice and appreciate the various ways their parents or guardians support them in daily life, fostering a sense of gratitude.
Example Lesson: Understanding diverse family roles
Explanation: By observing different animal fathers, children see that caring actions can be performed by anyone, challenging traditional gender roles.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to be open to and accepting of diverse family structures and roles in their own and others' lives.
Example Lesson: Expressing love and affection
Explanation: The repetitive structure of expressing love in the book ('I love my daddy because...') reinforces the importance of expressing feelings.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to more freely express love and affection towards their family members and friends, which is important for emotional development.
Example Lesson: Observation skills
Explanation: Children are introduced to various animals and their behaviors, which encourages attention to detail and curiosity about nature.
Real-World Application: This can enhance observational skills and encourage children to learn more about the natural world and the creatures within it.